1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | 21 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |